We are looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our Multi-Agency Psychological Support (MAPS) team for Children Looked After in Sheffield. You will provide specialist mental health support, including attachment- and trauma-informed therapeutic interventions, to children in care. You will also work with Social Care and other professionals to deliver interventions at multiple levels and ensure compassionate care.
About You:
* Registered Nurse with experience in therapeutic interventions for children and adolescents.
* Previous experience working with vulnerable children and diverse teams.
* Experience delivering high-quality care and supporting service development.
* Willingness to undertake a non-medical prescribing qualification if not already held.
* Enthusiasm for professional development through joint working, training, and peer guidance.
If you're ready to take on this rewarding role and make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children, we'd love to hear from you!
Interviews are planned to take place on Friday 9 May 2025.
Main duties of the job:
* Provide clinical leadership to support team development.
* Manage your own caseload, working independently and collaboratively with colleagues.
* Deliver assessments, treatment, therapeutic interventions, and care for children, young people, and families.
* Offer a range of therapeutic interventions, ensuring holistic care in partnership with CAMHS, education, and social care teams.
* Support nursing students.
* Provide expert clinical advice, with an understanding of therapeutic interventions and clinical management strategies.
* Ensure clinical governance principles are followed to maintain and improve quality care.
* Promote best practices in clinical risk management, health, safety, and workplace security.
About us:
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
1. Outstanding Patient Care
2. Brilliant Place to work
3. Leaders in Children's Health
For questions about the job, contact: Consultant Clinical Psychologist & Service Lead Dr. Alex Espejo.
alex.espejo@nhs.net
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